Getting injured in a car accident can be a traumatic experience, especially if you are an innocent passenger. As an injured passenger, you may have the right to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, if you have limited tort insurance in Pennsylvania, you may be wondering if you can still make a claim… READ MORE
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Living in Pennsylvania, you may have experienced the unpleasant and harmful effects of air pollution that you believe is coming from a neighboring state or country like Canada. The pollution may be affecting your health and that of your loved ones, and you want to know whether you have any legal right to clear air. If you are considering seeking… READ MORE
In Pennsylvania, as an alternative to incarceration, some convicted offenders are allowed to participate in drug court programs. Strict rules apply to participants, and they will be supervised by an assigned probation officer. Speak to your Pennsylvania criminal defense attorney with questions about your eligibility. What is Drug Court? Drug court focuses on treatment and rehabilitation for those battling addiction.… READ MORE
If you are on probation in Pennsylvania, you will want to stay straight and narrow so that you do not violate your probation. Violating probation can cause unwanted consequences and could land you behind bars. To avoid violating your probation, it is essential to understand what is considered a probation violation. For questions and advice about avoiding probation violations, reach… READ MORE
Have you been accused of something you absolutely did not do? Some of these accusations can be life-changing, even if you are proven innocent. What is a false accusation under the law, and what does it mean to you to have one? A false accusation occurs when someone makes an inaccurate statement, and they typically know that it is. At… READ MORE
When you have been charged with a crime, such as DUI, you may be terrified of what is to come. Could jail time be something you realistically have to face? There are numerous misdemeanors and felonies in Pennsylvania that have a jail sentence associated with them, but whether or not you have to go to prison in Pennsylvania depends on… READ MORE
You may not realize that lawyer and attorney are not just interchangeable words that mean the same thing. But, there are some slight differences. Both attorneys and lawyers are qualified to practice law, but there are some differences. What are Lawyers? After completing a law degree and passing the state bar exam in their area, an individual is considered a… READ MORE
If you have been arrested and are facing criminal charges, it is important to have an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you navigate the legal process. Hiring the right criminal defense lawyer can mean the difference between freedom and years in prison. Why Choose Ciccarelli Law Offices We get to know our clients, all about their backgrounds and any… READ MORE
SCRAM, or Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor, is a device worn around the ankle used to provide continuous alcohol monitoring. Typically, these devices are worn by repeat DUI offenders, but they can also be ordered for other crimes if the court believes that the defendant should be prohibited from consuming alcohol. How SCRAM Bracelets Work Alcohol, when consumed, is absorbed… READ MORE
When a driver is accused of violating traffic laws, they may be issued a ticket on a piece of paper. This traffic citation is referred to as a uniform traffic ticket. The traffic citation could be for civil infractions that are not noncriminal unless it is otherwise stated. Even if the uniform ticket was given for what is a seemingly… READ MORE